Ohio State’s history of running back talent has no shortage of incredible names.
With running backs like Archie Griffin, Eddie George and Ezekiel Elliott, among many others, it's safe to say Ohio State has had an unbelievable run at the position for much of the program’s history. In 1984, that trend continued with the outstanding play of junior running back Keith Byars, who rushed his way into Heisman Trophy candidacy while serving as the primary vessel of Ohio State’s ninth-ranked scoring offense.
During the 1984 season, Byars led the nation in rushing yards with 1,655 and rushing touchdowns with 22 en route to a second-place finish in the Heisman Trophy race, falling just short of Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie for the honor.